If your year has been anything but "merry and bright," it's hard to put on a smile when everyone is celebrating the holidays. 

Welcome to this episode of "Ask a Theologian" — a new series of conversations with Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, and Content Manager for Lysa TerKeurst, Shae Hill. In every episode, Joel and Shae will tackle everyday questions with theological insight and practical takeaways.

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